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Aphrodite's Rock, Kouklia

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Geologic Formation · Nature / Park

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Legend says that Aphrodite, the goddess of love and beauty, rose from the waves at Aphrodite's Rock on the shore of the Mediterranean Sea. Other legends state that if you swim three times around the rock, you'll be rewarded with eternal youth, beauty, luck, or fertility for life. Either way, if you go for it, apply plenty of sunblock beforehand. Nestled between Paphos and Limassol, far from the city, this pebble-and-stone beach presents one of the top photography spots on the island. The water is significantly colder than at most tourist spots, providing a refreshing break during the hottest months. Planning Kouklia trip won't be overwhelming when you use Klarna Trips's itinerary maker.

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Aphrodite's Rock reviews

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3,540 reviews

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4.6

By justynas61

Beautiful beach and place 😍. I have visited this place before during summer time few years ago, but it was very nice to come back this year in February when it was not so crowded. If you like the...

Beautiful beach and place 😍. I have visited this place before during summer time few years ago, but it was very nice to come back this year in February when it was not so crowded. If you like the... more »
By Trek38757488834

Good spot and amazing view. You can walk up the hill To Have a better view. There not much else to do around the area. The bus stop is really convenient and super close.

Good spot and amazing view. You can walk up the hill To Have a better view. There not much else to do around the area. The bus stop is really convenient and super close. more »
By pawel_hbg

"Rock of the Roman"- Aphrodite's Rock is a sea stack between Limmasol and Paphos. It actually nothing special and only its status in mythology as the birthplace of Aphrodite makes it a popular...

"Rock of the Roman"- Aphrodite's Rock is a sea stack between Limmasol and Paphos. It actually nothing special and only its status in mythology as the birthplace of Aphrodite makes it a popular... more »

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By Evie

Absolutely come here! I was here earlier in the morning so hardly anyone here. Easy to get to if driving. Lives up to the photos. I didn’t brave the water like some, I personally felt it was quite rough and so I didn’t feel comfortable swimming.

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By Ábel Maróti

One of the best places to visit! It’s not a very crowded beach but rather a gem of nature to see. You can sunbathe, swim, and just watch the waves. Definitely go there

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By Steven Webb

On a sunny day, it's an amazing place to come for a hike or picnic. One lone bench, by ourselves for hours. Just a few hikers going by. Unmarked parking spot on north side about 200m from Aphrodite posting lot. About 1km hike up. Google Maps has it well marked out. Hike is very easy. Great views of the beaches, tourists, twisting mountain road, surf, rocks. Peaceful. In good weather. In bad weather, sunny come here.

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By Balazs Barna

Nice place with great story. It was black from the lots of seaweed.

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By Armin von Kink

Lovely clean beach with safe access crossing u set the roadway.

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